Nutrition

I debunk the myth of protein as the most satiating macronutrient. The importance of satiety is underscored by a rare genetic condition known as Prader...

Nutrition

I dive into one of the most fascinating series of studies I’ve ever come across. Anyone can lose weight by eating less food. Anyone can be starved thi...

Nutrition

Why do some pine nuts cause a bad taste in your mouth that can last for weeks? The reason I make pesto with walnuts instead of the more traditional pi...

Nutrition

Microwaving is probably the most efficient way to reduce agaritine levels in fresh mushrooms. There is a toxin in plain white button mushrooms called...

Nutrition

“Clearly, in spite of the widely held ‘belief’ in the health benefits of M. oleifera [moringa], the interest of the international biomedical community...

Nutrition

Does the so-called miracle tree live up to the hype? Moringa (Moringa oleifera) is a plant commonly known as the “miracle” tree due to its purported h...

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Emulsifiers are the most widely used food additives. What are they doing to our gut microbiome? When grocery shopping these days, unless you’re sticki...

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Caloric restriction can boost levels of brain-derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF), which is considered to play a critical role in mood disorders. For m...

Nutrition

There is a reason the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention prohibits not only smoking but also scented or fragranced products in its buildi...

Nutrition

We can raise BDNF levels in our brain by fasting and exercising, as well as by eating and avoiding certain foods. There is accumulating evidence that...

Nutrition

The leading risk factor for death in the United States is the American diet. About a decade ago, the American Heart Association (AHA) expressed concer...

Nutrition

Celebrating 2024. Celebrating Your Support. What a year NutritionFacts.org had! Our successes, output, and outreach in 2024 are thanks to your support...